Onondaga Cave State Park
Cave tours descend deep into the depths of Onondaga Cave State Park and drop into a world of wonder: towering stalagmites, dripping stalactites, and active flowstones help make the cave a National Natural Landmark and illustrate why Missouri is often called “The Cave State.” Tours depart hourly from the visitor center about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The cave has a year round temperature of 57ºF year-round. A light jacket and comfortable shoes are highly recommended. Onondaga Cave State Park is located at 7556 Hwy H, Leasburg, MO 65535, for more information or to make a reservation click here.
Crystal Lake Cave
The beautiful rock formations found inside Crystal Lake Cave are literally two million years in the making. The cave system has been described as an underground labyrinth of wondrous mineral formations. The cave tour is a 45 minute guided tour, on flat paved walk ways. This tour takes you past some amazing formations, including; the Swiss Cottage Roof, the Lop-Eared Dog, The Cliff Dwellers, and the gorgeous Lost Gardens! The tour is well lit, and is ran by friendly, expert guides. Crystal Lake Cave Is located at 6684 Crystal Lake Cave Rd Dubuque, IA. For more information, click here.
Meramec Cavern
This amazing cave system draws more than 100,000 visitors a year from all corners of the Earth. The cave dates back 100’s of millions of years and has quite an interesting history. Meramec Caverns has been featured on the Flinstones, and has also been linked to the legendary Jesse James. Cave tours take place year round, and are led by expert rangers. The tour covers a 1.25 mile path and takes you past some of the most beautiful rock formations you will ever see! Cave tours lasts about an hour and a half, and take place on a lighted walkway. Meramec Cavern is located at 1135 MO-W Sullivan, MO 63080. For more information, click here.
Cave Of The Mounds
Cave of the Mounds, was discovered in 1939, in Blue Mound Wisconsin, and has been open for cave tours for over 75 years. Since then Cave of the Mounds has become recognized as the premier cave in the upper Midwest, often referred to as the jewel box of America’s show caves. A trip to Cave of the Mounds is an opportunity to create memories which will last a lifetime. Guided tours of this underground wonderland follow paved, lighted walkways everyday of the year. Cave of the Mounds is located at 2975 Cave of the Mounds Road Blue Mounds, Wisconsin.
Ohio Caverns
Ohio Caverns is a rare gem with a long rich history in the area, dating back to 1897! The caverns are the largest in the state, with over 2 miles of surveyed passageways ranging in depth from 30 feet to 103 feet. In the Summer, two different tours take guests through different parts of the caverns. During the Winter, months, only one tour is available. This incredible show cave is located just 30 miles from Dayton Ohio, and is one of the most beautiful sites in the state! This is an all-weather attraction and is open year round. Each tour is guided and is a comfortable walk through the cavern. The temperature remains a constant 54 degrees throughout the year. For more information, click here.